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2021 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Steps to take in an emergency



Steps to take in an emergency

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From the front

Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.

From the rear

Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

Situations when it is nec- essary to contact dealers before towing

The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.

    The hybrid system warning message is shown on the multi-information display and the vehicle does not move.
    The vehicle makes an abnor- mal sound.

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Using a flatbed truck

In order to suppress vehicle movement during transporta- tion, set the parking brake and turn the power switch off.

Visible symptoms

    Fluid leaks under the vehicle (Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is nor- mal.)
    Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
    High coolant temperature warning light flashes or come on

Audible symptoms

    Changes in exhaust sound
    Excessive tire squeal when 8

cornering

    Strange noises related to the suspension system
    Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system

Operational symptoms

    Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
    Appreciable loss of power
    Vehicle pulls heavily to one

side when braking

    Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
    Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor

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    Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)

Warning light

Details/Actions

(U.S.A.)

(Canada) (Red)

Indicates that:

    The brake fluid level is low; or
    The brake system is malfunctioning

Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.

    Brake system warning light

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    Charging system warning light*

Warning light

Details/Actions

Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system

Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

    High coolant temperature warning light* (warning buzzer)

Warning light

Details/Actions

Indicates that the engine is overheating

Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.

Handling method (P.544)

*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display with a message.

    Hybrid system overheat warning light* (warning buzzer)

Warning light

Details/Actions

Indicates that the hybrid system has overheated

Stop the vehicle in a safe place.

Handling method (P.544)

*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display with a message.

    Low engine oil pressure warning light* (warning buzzer)

Warning light

Details/Actions

Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low

Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display with a message.

    Malfunction indicator lamp*

Warning light

Details/Actions

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Indicates a malfunction in:

    The hybrid system;
    The electronic engine control system;
    The electronic throttle control system; or
    The emission control system (if equipped)

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

    SRS warning light

    ABS warning light

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Warning light

Details/Actions

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Indicates a malfunction in:

    The ABS; or
    The brake assist system

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

    Electric power steering system warning light* (warning buzzer)

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*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

    PCS warning light (warning buzzer)

Warning light

Details/Actions

(Flashes or illuminates)

When a buzzer sounds simultaneously: Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS (Pre-Collision System).

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

When a buzzer does not sound:

The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become temporarily unavailable, corrective action may be necessary.

Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display. (P.313, 526)

If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehi- cle Stability Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate.

P.322

    LTA indicator* (warning buzzer)

Warning light

Details/Actions

(Orange)

Indicates a malfunction in the LTA (Lane Trac- ing Assist)

Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display. (P.332)

*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

    Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)

Warning light

Details/Actions

(If equipped)

When a buzzer sounds:

Indicates a malfunction in the Intuitive parking assist function

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

When a buzzer does not sound:

Indicates that the system is temporarily unavail- able, possibly due to a sensor being dirty or cov- ered with ice, etc.

Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display. (P.359, 523)

*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

    PKSB OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)

*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

    BSM OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)

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*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

    RCTA OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)

Warning light

Details/Actions

(If equipped)

Indicates a malfunction in the RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Indicates that the rear bumper around the radar sensor is covered with dirt, etc. (P.350)

Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display. (P.348, 523)

*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

    Slip indicator light

Warning light

Details/Actions

Indicates a malfunction in:

    The VSC/Trailer Sway Control system;
    The TRAC system;
    The Trail Mode function; or
    The hill-start assist control system

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

    Brake Override System/Drive-Start Control/PKSB (if equipped) warning light* (warning buzzer)

Warning light

Details/Actions

When a buzzer sounds:

    Brake Override System is malfunctioning;
    Drive-Start Control is operating;
    Drive-Start Control is malfunctioning; or
    Parking Support Brake function (for static objects) (if equipped) is operating

Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display and head-up display (if equipped).

When a buzzer does not sound: Brake Override System is operating

Release the accelerator pedal and

depress the brake pedal.

*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display with a message.

    Brake hold operated indicator (warning buzzer)

    Parking brake indicator

    Tire pressure warning light*

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*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

    Low fuel level warning light

Warning light

Details/Actions

Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately

2.2 gal. (8.3 L, 1.8 Imp. gal.) or less

Refuel the vehicle.

    Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light (warn- ing buzzer*)

Warning light

Details/Actions

Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fas- ten their seat belts

Fasten the seat belt.

If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.

*: Driver’s seat belt warning buzzer:

The driver’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt is not fastened. Once the power switch is turned to ON, the buzzer sounds. If the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer sounds inter- mittently for a certain period of time after the vehicle reaches a certain speed.

Front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer:

The front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain period of time after the vehicle reaches a certain speed.

    Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights*1, 2 (warning buzzer*3)

Warning light

Details/Actions

(If equipped)

Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts

Fasten the seat belt.

*1: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

*2: Regardless of whether or not a rear passenger is present, this light will also illuminate for a certain period of time after the rear door is opened and closed.

*3: Rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer:

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The rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the rear passengers that his or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain period of time, after the seat belt is fastened and unfastened and the vehicle reaches a certain speed.

    Warning buzzer

In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an audio sound.

    Front passenger detection sen- sor, seat belt reminder and warning buzzer
    If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passen- ger detection sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
    If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a pas- senger, and the warning light may not operate properly.
    SRS warning light

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side impact sensors (front door), side impact sensors (front), side impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat position sensor, front passenger occupant classification sensors, “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, driver’s seat belt preten- sioner, front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner and force limiter, air- bags, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (P.35)

    If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving

First check the following:

    Is the fuel tank empty?

If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.

    Is the fuel tank cap loose? If it is, tighten it securely.

The light will go off after several driving trips.

If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

    Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)

When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage temporarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the warning buzzer may sound.

At this time, the functions of the air conditioning, etc. may be partially limited in order to reduce the power consumption of the 12-volt battery.

    When the tire pressure warning light comes on

Inspect the tires to check if a tire is punctured.

If a tire is punctured: P.527

If none of the tires are punctured:

Turn the power switch to OFF then turn it to ON. Check if the tire pres- sure warning light comes on or

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If the tire pressure warning light blinks for approximately 1 minute then stays on

There may be a malfunction in the tire pressure warning system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

If the tire pressure warning light comes on

1 After the temperature of the tires has lowered sufficiently, check the inflation pressure of each tire and adjust them to the specified level.

2 If the warning light does not turn off even after several minutes have elapsed, check that the inflation pressure of each tire is at the specified level and perform initialization. (P.474)

    The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes

The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural air leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by tem- perature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few minutes).

    When a tire is replaced with a compact spare tire

The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warn- ing valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat tire has been replaced with the spare tire. Replace the spare tire with the standard tire and adjust the tire inflation pressure. The tire pres- sure warning light will go off after a few minutes.

    Conditions that the tire pres- sure warning system may not function properly

P.472

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WARNING

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning sys- tem) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when one or more of your tires is significantly under- inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pres- sure warning light) illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pres- sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehi- cle’s handling and stopping abil- ity.

Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-infla- tion has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire pres- sure warning light).

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    Warning messages

The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages according to operation conditions and vehicle specifica- tions.

    If a message about an operation is shown
    If a message about an operation of the accelerator pedal or brake

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pedal is shown

A warning message about an opera- tion of the brake pedal may be shown while the driving support sys- tems such as PCS (Pre-Collision system) or the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range is oper- ating. If a warning message is shown, be sure to decelerate the vehicle or follow an instruction shown on the multi-information dis- play.

    A warning message is shown when Brake Override System operates. (P.259, 517)
    A warning message is shown when Drive-Start Control or Park- ing Support Brake function (if equipped) operates (P.259, 363). Follow the instructions on the multi-information display.
    If a message about an operation of the power switch is shown

An instruction for operation of the power switch is shown when the incorrect procedure for starting the hybrid system is performed or the power switch is operated incorrectly. Follow the instructions shown on the multi-information display to operate the power switch again.

    If a message about a shift lever operation is shown

To prevent the shift lever from being operated incorrectly or the vehicle from moving unexpectedly, a mes- sage that requires shifting the shift lever may be shown on the multi- information display. In that case, fol- low the instruction of the message and shift the shift lever.

    If a message or image about an open/close state of a part or replenishment of a consumable is shown

Confirm the part indicated by the

multi-information display or a warn- ing light, and then perform the cop- ing method such as closing the open door or replenishing a con- sumable.

    If a message that indicates the need for visiting your Toyota dealer is displayed

The system or part shown on the multi-information display is malfunc- tioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

    If a message that indicates the need for referring to Owner’s Manual is displayed
    If the following messages are shown, follow the instructions, accordingly.
    “Blind Spot Monitor Unavailable” (P.348, 523)
    “Rear Cross Traffic Alert Unavail- able”(P.348, 523)
    “Engine Coolant Temp High” (P.544)
    If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunc- tion. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
    “Plug-in charging system malfunc- tion”
    “Hybrid System Malfunction”
    “Charging System Malfunction” 8
    “Check Engine”
    “Hybrid Battery System Malfunc- tion”
    “Accelerator System Malfunction”
    “Smart Key System Malfunction”
    If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunc- tion. Immediately have the vehi- cle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
    “Oil Pressure Low”
    “Braking Power Low”
    If any of the following messages are shown on the multi-informa- tion display, the vehicle may have run out of fuel. Stop the vehicle in

a safe place and, if the fuel level is low, refuel the vehicle.

    “Hybrid System Stopped”
    “Engine Stopped”
    If “Maintenance required for DCDC converter cooling parts See Owner’s Manual” is shown, the filter may be clogged, the air intake vent may be blocked, or there may be a gap in the duct. Therefore, perform the following correction procedure.
    If the air intake vent or filter of the DC/DC converter are dirty, per- form the procedures on P.486 to clean them.
    If the warning message is shown when the air intake vent and filter of the DC/DC converter are not dirty, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer.
    If “12-Volt Battery Charging Sys- tem Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is shown

Indicates a malfunction in the vehi- cle’s charging system. Pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

While the message is displayed, the functions of the air conditioning, etc. may be partially limited in order to reduce the power consumption of the 12-volt battery.

    If “Hybrid System Overheated Output Power Reduced” is shown

The message may be shown when driving under severe operating con- ditions. (For example, when driving up a long steep hill or driving up a steep hill in reverse.)

Coping method: P.544

    If “Traction Battery Needs to be Protected Refrain from the Use of N Position” is shown

This message may be displayed when the shift lever is in N.

As the hybrid battery (traction bat- tery) cannot be charged when the shift lever is in N, shift the shift lever to P when the vehicle is stopped.

    If “Traction Battery Needs to be Protected Shift into P to Restart” is shown

This message is displayed when the hybrid battery (traction battery) charge has become extremely low because the shift lever has been left in N for a certain amount of time.

When operating the vehicle, shift to P and restart the hybrid system.

    If “Shift to P when Parked” is shown

Message is displayed when the driver’s door is opened without turn- ing the power switch to OFF with the shift lever in any position other than P.

Shift the shift lever to P.

    If “Shift is in N Release Acceler- ator Before Shifting” is shown

Message is displayed when the accelerator pedal has been depressed and the shift lever is in N. Release the accelerator pedal and shift the shift lever to D or R.

    If “Press Brake when Vehicle is Stopped Hybrid System may Overheat” is shown

Message is displayed when the accelerator pedal is depressed to maintain the vehicle position when stopped on a upward slope, etc.

If this continues, the hybrid system may overheat.

Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.

    If “Auto Power OFF to Conserve Battery” is shown

Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.

Next time when starting the hybrid system, operate the hybrid system for approximately 5 minutes to

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recharge the 12-volt battery.

    If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace” is displayed

The engine oil level may be low. Check the level of the engine oil, and add engine oil if necessary. This message may be displayed if the vehicle is stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check if the message disap- pears.

    If “Maintenance Required Soon” is shown

Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule* should be performed soon.

Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the message has been reset.

If necessary, perform maintenance. Please reset the message after the maintenance is performed. (P.451)

*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’ Manual Supplement” for the main- tenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

    If “Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is shown

Indicates that all maintenance is required to correspond to the driven distance on the maintenance sched- ule*.

Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after the message has been reset. (The indicator will not work properly unless the mes- sage has been reset.)

Perform the necessary mainte- nance. Please reset the message after the maintenance is performed. (P.451)

*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’ Manual Supplement” for the main-

tenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

    If a message that indicates the malfunction of front camera is displayed

The following systems may be sus- pended until the problem shown in the message is resolved. (P.313, 511)

    PCS (Pre-Collision System)
    LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
    Automatic High Beam
    RSA (Road Sign Assist)*
    Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

*: If equipped

    If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable See Owner’s Man- ual” is shown

The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system is sus- pended temporarily or until the prob- lem shown in the message is resolved. (causes and coping meth- ods: P.313)

    If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable” is shown

The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system cannot be used temporarily. Use the sys-

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again.

    Warning buzzer

P.519

WARNING

    If a warning light comes on or a warning buzzer sounds when a warning message is shown on the multi-informa- tion display

P.521

NOTICE

    “High Power Consumption Partial Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is frequently shown

There is a possible malfunction relating to the charging system or the 12-volt battery may be deteri- orating. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

    If “Maintenance required For Traction Battery At Your Dealer” is shown

The hybrid battery (traction bat- tery) is scheduled to be inspected or replaced. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

    Continuing to drive the vehicle without having the hybrid bat- tery (traction battery) inspected will cause the hybrid system not to start.
    If the hybrid system does not start, contact your Toyota dealer immediately.

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    Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
    Set the parking brake.
    Shift the shift lever to P.
    Stop the hybrid system.
    Turn on the emergency flashers. (P.504)
    For vehicles with power back door: Turn off the power back door system. (P.216)

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Jack Spare tire

Jack handle Wheel nut wrench

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rubber band.

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Taking out the jack

    Open the deck board (P.417).
    Unhook the tightening strap and take out the jack from the deck under tray.

After taking out the jack, hold it in place by attaching the rubber band temporarily to the hole shown in the illustration.

To store the jack, rotate the jack and tighten until it no longer moves. Insert it into the deck under tray and then secure it in place with a

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    Take out the deck under tray.
    Loosen the center fastener that secures the spare tire,

and then take out the spare tire.

1 Chock the tires.

    Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn).

    Turn the tire jack portion

by hand until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point.

The jack point guides are located under the rocker panel. They indi- cate the jack point positions.

    Assemble the jack handle and the wheel nut wrench as shown in the illustration.

    Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground.

    Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire.

When resting the tire on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface.

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1 Remove any dirt or foreign matter from the wheel con- tact surface.

If foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in

motion, causing the tire to come off.

Turn the wheel nuts until the wash- ers ( A ) come into contact with the

Tightening torque:

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

    The compact spare tire
    The compact spare tire is identi- fied by the label “TEMPORARY

disc wheel ( B ).

USE ONLY” on the tire sidewall. Use the compact spare tire tem- porarily, and only in an emer- gency.

    Make sure to check the tire infla- tion pressure of the compact spare tire. (P.555)
    When using the compact spare tire

As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warn- ing valve and transmitter, low infla-

    Lower the vehicle.
    Firmly tighten each wheel nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustra- tion.

tion pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated by the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.

    When the compact spare tire is attached

The vehicle height may become lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to when driving with standard tires.

    If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice (except 235/55R19 tires)

Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Perform the following steps and fit

tire chains to the front tires:

    Replace a rear tire with the com- pact spare tire.
    Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehicle.
    Fit tire chains to the front tires.

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The hybrid system will not

start even though the cor- rect starting procedure is

being followed (P.279)

One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

    The AC charging cable may be attached to the vehicle. (P.123)
    The electronic key may not be functioning properly. (P.537)
    There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank. Refuel the vehicle. (P.306)
    There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (P.72)
    There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
    The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an elec- trical problem such as elec- tronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. However, depending on the type of mal-

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    There is a possibility that the temperature of the hybrid bat- tery (traction battery) is extremely low (approximately below -22°F [-30°C]). (P.280)

One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

    The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P.539)
    The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded. (P.467)

One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

    The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P.539)
    One or both of the 12-volt bat- tery terminals may be discon- nected. (P.467)

Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are

unknown.

Starting the hybrid sys- tem in an emergency

When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power switch is functioning nor- mally.

Do not use this starting proce- dure except in cases of emer- gency.

    Pull the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is set. (P.290)

Parking brake indicator will come on.

    Shift the shift lever to P.
    Turn the power switch to ACC.
    Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.

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Even if the hybrid system can be

started using the above steps, the system may be malfunction- ing. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

If you lose your keys

Opening the fuel filler door

    Remove the cover inside the luggage compartment by inserting a screwdriver.

When removing the cover, to pre- vent damage, cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.

    Pull the lever.

Using the lever to open the fuel filler door may not allow for an ade- quate reduction in fuel tank pres- sure before refueling. To prevent fuel from spilling out, turn the cap slowly when removing it.

During refueling, fuel may spill out from the filler opening due to air being discharged from inside the fuel tank. Therefore, fill the fuel tank

carefully and slowly.

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    When the electronic key does not work properly
    Make sure that the smart key sys- tem has not been deactivated in the customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on. (Customizable features: P.574)
    Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. (P.218)

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Use the mechanical key (P.196) in order to perform the

following operations.

    Locks all the doors
    Unlocks the door

Turning the key rearward unlocks the driver’s door. Turning the key once again within 5 seconds unlocks the other doors.

    Key linked functions
    Closes the windows and the moon roof*1 or panoramic moon roof*1 (turn and hold)*2
    Opens the windows and the moon roof*1 or panoramic moon roof*1 (turn and hold)*2

*1: If equipped

*2: These settings must be custom- ized at your Toyota dealer.

WARNING

    When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows or the moon roof (if equipped) or panoramic moon roof (if equipped)

Operate the power window or the moon roof or panoramic moon roof after checking to make sure that there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the window or the moon roof or panoramic moon roof. Also, do not allow chil- dren to operate the mechanical key. It is possible for children and other passengers to get caught in the power window or the moon roof or panoramic moon roof.

Starting the hybrid sys- tem

    Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
    Touch the area behind the buttons on the electronic key to the power switch.

When the electronic key is detected, a buzzer sounds and the power switch will turn to ON.

When the smart key system is deactivated in customization set- ting, the power switch will turn to ACC.

    Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that

is displayed on the multi- information display.

    Press the power switch shortly and firmly.

In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be started, contact your Toyota dealer.

    Stopping the hybrid system Shift the shift lever to P, set the parking brake and press the power switch as you normally do when stopping the hybrid system.

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    Replacing the key battery

As the above procedure is a tempo- rary measure, it is recommended that the electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the bat- tery is depleted. (P.493)

    Changing power switch modes

Release the brake pedal and press the power switch in step 3 above. The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is pressed. (P.283)

    Vehicles with alarm: Confirm that the electronic key is being carried.

When connecting the jumper (or booster) cables, depending on the situation, the alarm may activate

and the doors locked. (P.74) 8

    Open the hood (P.457) and fuse box cover.

Push claw A

and B

to com-

pletely release the lock, and then lift

up the cover. 3 Open the exclusive jump starting terminal cover.

    Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to

on your vehicle and

connect the clamp on the other end of the positive cable to on the second vehicle. Then, connect a negative cable clamp to

on the second vehicle and connect the clamp at the other end of

the negative cable to .

Positive (+) battery terminal (second vehicle) Negative (-) battery terminal (second vehicle)

Solid, stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the exclu- sive jump starting terminal and any moving parts as shown in the illustration

    Start the engine of the sec- ond vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and

maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to

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    Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the power switch off.
    Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the power switch to ON.
    Make sure the “READY” indi- cator comes on. If the indica- tor light does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.
    Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact reverse order from which they were connected.

10Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover, and reinstall the fuse box cover to its original position.

Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

    Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is dis- charged

The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.

    To prevent 12-volt battery dis- charge
    Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid sys- tem is off.
    Turn off any unnecessary electri- cal components when the vehicle

is running at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.

    When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged
    Information stored in the ECU is cleared. When the 12-volt battery is depleted, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer.
    Some systems may require initial- ization. (P.582)
    When removing the 12-volt bat- tery terminals

When the 12-volt battery terminals are removed, the information stored in the ECU is cleared. Before removing the 12-volt battery termi- nals, contact your Toyota dealer.

    Charging the 12-volt battery

The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the drain- ing effects of certain electrical appli- ances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt battery may dis- charge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start. (The 12-volt bat- tery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)

    When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery
    In some cases, it may not be pos- 8 sible to unlock the doors using the smart key system when the 12-

volt battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.

    The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after reinstall- ing the 12-volt battery. In that case, start the hybrid system in the same manner as when the electronic key does not operate properly (P.538). This is not a malfunction, as the hybrid system will start normally on the second attempt.
    The power switch mode is memo- rized by the vehicle. When the 12- volt battery is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the 12-volt battery was discharged. Before discon- necting the 12-volt battery, turn the power switch off.

If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt battery discharged, be especially careful when recon- necting the 12-volt battery.

    Some systems may require initial- ization. (P.582)
    When replacing the 12-volt bat- tery
    Use a 12-volt battery that con- forms to European regulations.
    Use a 12-volt battery that the case size is same as the previous one (LN2), 20 hours rate capacity (20HR) is equivalent (55Ah) or greater, and performance rating (CCA) is equivalent (345A) or greater.
    If the sizes differ, the 12-volt bat- tery cannot be properly secured.
    If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, even if the time period where the vehicle is not used is a short time, the 12-volt battery may discharge and hybrid system may not be able to start.
    Use a ventilation type calcium bat- tery
    Use a 12-volt battery with a han- dle. If a 12-volt battery without a handle is used, removal is more difficult.
    When removing the 12-volt bat- tery: P.467
    After replacing, firmly attach the following items to the exhaust hole of the 12-volt battery.
    Use the exhaust hose that was attached to the 12-volt battery before replacing and confirm that it is firmly connected to the hole section of the vehicle.
    Use the exhaust hole plug

included with the new 12-volt bat- tery or the one installed on the battery prior to the replacement. (Depending on the new 12-volt battery installed, the exhaust hole may be plugged.)

For details, consult your Toyota dealer.

Exhaust hole Exhaust hose

Hole section of the vehicle

    The terminals can be connected to the body side when the nega- tive terminal of the 12-volt battery is disconnected, as shown in the illustration.

WARNING

    When removing the battery terminals

Always remove the negative (-) terminal first. If the positive (+) ter- minal contacts any metal in the surrounding area when the posi- tive (+) terminal is removed, a spark may occur, leading to a fire in addition to electrical shocks and death or serious injury.

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NOTICE

    When handling jumper cables

When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entangled in the cooling fan, etc.

    To prevent damaging the vehicle

The exclusive jump starting termi- nal is to be used when charging the 12-volt battery from another vehicle in an emergency. It cannot be used to jump start another vehicle.

Correction procedures

    If the high coolant tempera- ture warning light comes on, flashes or “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is shown on the multi-information display
    Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air con- ditioning system, and then stop the hybrid system.
    If you see steam: Carefully lift the hood after

the steam subsides.

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    After the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and radia- tor core (radiator) for any leaks.
    Radiator
    Cooling fan

If a large amount of coolant leaks, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.

    The coolant level is satisfac- tory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the reservoir.

A Reservoir B “FULL” line C “LOW” line

Water can be used in an emer- gency if engine coolant is unavail- able.

If water was added in an emer- gency, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

    Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning sys- tem on to check that the radi- ator cooling fan operates and to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.

The fan operates when the air con- ditioning system is turned on imme- diately after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by check- ing the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, adjust the temperature control switch to “LO”

and turn the “A/C” switch ON and 8

OFF. After this, turn the air condi- tioning system on and off repeat- edly. (The fan may not operate in freezing temperatures.)

    If the fan is not operating: Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.

If the fan is operating:

Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.

    Check if “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe

Place See Owner’s Manual” is shown on the multi-infor- mation display.

If the message does not disappear: Stop the hybrid system and contact your Toyota dealer.

If the message is not displayed: Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.

    If “Hybrid System Over- heated Output Power Reduced” is shown on the multi-information display
    Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
    Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
    After the hybrid system has cooled down, inspect the hoses and radiator core (radi- ator) for any leaks.

Radiator Cooling fan

If a large amount of coolant leaks, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.

    The coolant level is satisfac- tory if it is between the

“FULL” and “LOW” lines on the reservoir.

Reservoir “FULL” line “LOW” line

    Add coolant if necessary.

Water can be used in an emer- gency if power control unit coolant is unavailable.

If water was added in an emer- gency, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

    After stopping the hybrid sys- tem and waiting for 5 minutes or more, start the hybrid sys- tem again and check for the multi-information display.

If the message does not disappear: Stop the hybrid system and contact your Toyota dealer.

If the message is not displayed: The hybrid system temperature has

dropped and the vehicle may be driven normally.

However, if the message appears again frequently, contact your Toyota dealer.

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NOTICE

    When adding engine/power control unit coolant

Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently. Adding cool coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can cause damage to the hybrid system.

Recovering procedure

    Stop the hybrid system. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
    Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire.
    Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide traction under the tires.
    Restart the hybrid system
    Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then, while exercising caution, depress the acceler- ator pedal.

  When it is difficult to free the vehicle

Press to turn off TRAC. (P.382)

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